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Charlotte Hornets and coach Steve Clifford agree to contract extension
The Charlotte Hornets have agreed to a three-year contract extension with coach Steve Clifford, sources told ESPN.com.
Clifford, who is in the final year of the contract he signed when he was hired in 2013, is now signed through the 2018-19 season.
The Hornets are off to a strong 8-6 start despite injuries, including the loss of Michael Kidd-Gilchrist for the season due to a shoulder injury.
Known for his defensive coaching, Clifford has built a good reputation for his work ethic and sideline intensity. He is 84-94 in two-plus seasons with the Hornets and led them to a playoff berth in 2014.
The Charlotte Observer earlier reported that Clifford had agreed to the deal.
Clifford, who is in the final year of the contract he signed when he was hired in 2013, is now signed through the 2018-19 season.
The Hornets are off to a strong 8-6 start despite injuries, including the loss of Michael Kidd-Gilchrist for the season due to a shoulder injury.
Known for his defensive coaching, Clifford has built a good reputation for his work ethic and sideline intensity. He is 84-94 in two-plus seasons with the Hornets and led them to a playoff berth in 2014.
The Charlotte Observer earlier reported that Clifford had agreed to the deal.